The /etc/sysctl.conf file must be owned by root.
Overview
| Finding ID | Version | Rule ID | IA Controls | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V-4334 | GEN000000-LNX00480 | SV-37253r1_rule | ECLP-1 | Medium |
| Description |
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| The sysctl.conf file specifies the values for kernel parameters to be set on boot. These settings can affect the system's security. |
| STIG | Date |
|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5 Security Technical Implementation Guide | 2017-03-01 |
Details
| Check Text ( C-35944r1_chk ) |
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| Check /etc/sysctl.conf ownership. # ls -lL /etc/sysctl.conf If /etc/sysctl.conf is not owned by root, this is a finding. |
| Fix Text (F-31200r1_fix) |
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| Use the chown command to change the owner of /etc/sysctl.conf to root: # chown root /etc/sysctl.conf |